Utilities Team Leader â Property & Municipal Accounts

Flair TM; East London; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable property management company in East London is seeking a Senior Utilities Manager to oversee utility management and drive efficiency in operations. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in utilities management, particularly within the property sector, and possess strong communication and analytical skills. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects that optimize operational performance.

Benefits

Forward-thinking company culture

High-impact utilities projects

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in utilities management or municipal accounts.
• Strong background in property management or real estate sector.
• Experience in accounts reconciliation and creditors management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee utility management and administration.
• Drive cost savings through efficiency initiatives.
• Ensure accuracy of financial reports and accounts.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Team leadership

Job description

Overview

Location: East London, South Africa • Position: Full-time | Senior Level

If you’re a utilities professional, property sector expert, or municipal accounts specialist with a passion for driving efficiency and optimizing utility operations, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Oversee utility management and administration: account openings, council queries, billing verification, reporting, consumption monitoring, and cost recovery.
• Drive cost savings and efficiency through leak management, energy optimization, and utility consumption analysis.
• Ensure accuracy of financial reports, accruals, municipal bill vetting, and creditors reconciliation.
• Conduct tariff audits, energy assessments, feasibility studies, and sustainability initiatives.
• Implement and monitor risk management, compliance, and adherence to municipal bylaws and relevant legislation.
• Lead and mentor a utilities administration team, ensuring smooth operations and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in utilities management, municipal accounts, or property utilities administration.
• Strong background in the property management or real estate sector (essential).
• Proven experience in accounts reconciliation, creditors management, and payment processing.
• Valid driver’s licence.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong financial, analytical, and business acumen.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and perform under pressure.
• Effective relationship-building, team leadership, and staff management skills.
• Highly organized, proactive, and solutions-driven.

Benefits

• Be part of a forward-thinking, reputable property management company in East London.
• Work on high-impact utilities projects that directly influence operational performance and cost optimization.
• Grow your career in an industry-leading, ethical, and customer-focused environment.